Barzilai HaGiladi

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  1. David Crosses the Jordan

    Chapter 17 (II)

    Rabbi Amnon Bazak

    Despite the acceptance of Hushai’s plan, David flees toward the Jordan River. What is the meaning of his actions? Who assists David, and what is the symbolic significance of this assistance?

  2. The Beginning of the Rebellion of Sheva Ben Bikhri

    Chapter 19 (III) Chapter 20 (I)

    Rabbi Amnon Bazak

    On his return to Jerusalem David meets Jonathan’s son Mefiboshet, who offers his own explanation to the events. Was David’s decision regarding Mefiboshet’s field correct?

  3. Generating Stability

    Rabbi Alex Israel

    The first half of chapter 2 articulates David's final will and testament to Shlomo, and the second describes how Shlomo acts to secure his position as king.

    While David stresses the importance of keeping the Torah, the bulk of David's message relates to potential threats to Shlomo's ability to govern. David knows that once he has left the scene, political forces will be unleashed, factions that have remained concealed due to David's presence and authority. Interest groups will move quickly to maneuver or even unseat the young, fledgling king and Shlomo proves to know how to respond with wisdom.